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Brown Butter Garlic Honey Roasted Carrots

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These brown butter garlic honey roasted carrots are a quick and elegant side dish. Nutty brown butter, sweet honey, caramelized garlic, and fresh herbs enhance the natural sweetness of carrots, making them perfect for both holidays and weeknight dinners.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 lb (500g) baby carrots

1/4 teaspoon salt

3 dashes ground black pepper

1/2 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon chopped thyme or parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
  2. In an oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it foams and turns golden brown.
  3. Add garlic and sauté briefly, then stir in the carrots.
  4. Season with salt, black pepper, honey, and thyme or parsley. Toss to coat well.
  5. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15–20 minutes, until carrots are tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

Swap honey with maple syrup for a different flavor profile.

Use rainbow carrots for a colorful presentation.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for spice.

Sprinkle Parmesan cheese before serving for extra richness.

Regular carrots can be used if sliced into sticks or coins.

  • Author: Chloe Mae
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/3 recipe
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 170mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg